This statement applies to content published on the domain: CROS | Eurostat CROS (europa.eu)
It does not apply to other content or websites published on any of its subdomains. These websites and their content will have their own specific accessibility statement.
This website is managed by Eurostat. It is designed to be used by as many people as possible, including people with disabilities.
You should be able to:
• zoom up to 200% without problems
• navigate most of the website using just a keyboard
• navigate most of the website using a modern screen reader and speech recognition software (on your computer or phone)]
This website is designed to comply with the technical standard for websites and mobile apps, EN 301 549, v.3.2.1. This closely follows level ‘AA’ of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1.
Compliance status
This website is partially compliant with technical standard EN 301 549 v.3.2.1 and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. See ‘Non-accessible content’ for more details.
The website was last tested on 13-11-2023.
Preparation of this statement
This statement was reviewed on 27.11.2023
The statement is based on a basic check of a representative sample of web pages by a CROS qualified accessibility expert, using a combination of manual and automated testing.
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the CROS website. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:
• ESTAT-CROS@ec.europa.eu
We try to respond to feedback within 15 business days from the date of receipt of the enquiry by the responsible Commission department.
Compatibility with browsers and assistive technology
The CROS website is designed to be compatible with the following most used assistive technologies:
• the latest version of Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox and Apple Safari browsers;
• in combination with the latest versions of VoiceOver.
Technical specifications
The accessibility of the ‘CROS’ website relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:
• HTML
• WAI-ARIA
• CSS
• JavaScript
Non-accessible content
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility of the ‘CROS’ website, we are aware of some limitations, which we are working to fix. Below is a description of known limitations and potential solutions. Please contact us if you encounter an issue not listed below.
Known limitations for the ‘CROS’ website:
1. Some pages and document attachments are not written in plain English;
2. Some functionality is not accessible using only a keyboard;
3. Some pages have poor colour contrast;
4. Some content is not contained by landmarks;
5. Some links are not correctly identified;
6. Some heading elements are not used consistently;
7. Many touch targets are not large enough, missing sufficient space.